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CG170

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Caterpillar CG170-12 — 53.1 L V12 spark-ignited natural gas generator engine (Cat CG170 series). 1200 ekW continuous at 1500 rpm; lean-burn, ≤250 mg/Nm³ NOx; multi-fuel (NG/biogas/propane). Source: Cat 2024 Electric Power Ratings Guide.

Caterpillar CG170-12 53.1L V12 natural gas generator engine — 1,500 kVA prime specifications
Caterpillar CG170-12 53.1L V12 natural gas generator engine — 1,500 kVA prime specifications
Prime Power · 50 Hz
1,500 kVA
Electrical Output
1,200 kWe
Cylinders
V12
Displacement
53.1 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power12001500

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power12001500

Technical Specifications

BrandCaterpillar
ModelCG170-12
SeriesCG170
ConfigurationV12
Cylinders12
Displacement53.1 L
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginGermany

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